Former Raiders DB coach Gerald Alexander receives suspension for DWI conviction
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:47 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Gerald Alexander, the defensive backs coach for the Minnesota Vikings, has been suspended for three weeks due to a DWI conviction. Alexander was found passed out in his vehicle on April 26 and subsequently blew a.169 on a breathalyzer test. He pleaded guilty to third-degree DWI on July 16, resulting in community service, fines, and probation. His suspension began on July 28 and will last through August 13, marking a challenging start to his tenure in Minnesota after previous coaching roles with the Raiders and Steelers.
- •Alexander was found passed out at the wheel on April 26.
- •He pleaded guilty to third-degree DWI on July 16.
- •His suspension runs from July 28 to August 13.
- •He previously coached safeties for the Raiders and DBs for the Steelers.
- 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — Former Raiders DB coach receives rest of punishment for drunk driving charge
"Just a season removed from coaching with the Raiders, Gerald Alexander has received the rest of his punishment for a drunk driving charge.
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